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Spook-tacular Halloween Decor Ideas for Your Home

October 24, 2023
As a homeowner, you understand the importance of creating a warm and inviting space… but who says you can't have a little fun with your home's decor during the spooky season? Whether you're hosting a haunted house party or just want to embrace the Halloween spirit, we've got you covered with both indoor and outdoor decor ideas that are sure to bewitch your guests and neighbors. Now’s the time to unleash your inner decorator and transform your home into a spine-tingling spectacle this Halloween!One of the best things about Halloween decor is its versatility; you can simply toss a few pumpkins on your porch and call it a day. But if you’re looking to get more creative than a few  jack-o'-lanterns this year, you may want to consider these fun outdoor decor ideas:Sinister Scarecrow: Place a spooky scarecrow in your front yard or garden, complete with a tattered outfit and a jack-o'-lantern head. If you’re looking to go the extra mile, you can add motion-activated sounds or lights surrounding it. Ghostly Graveyard: While you can buy plastic tombstones, it can be more fun to make them–get your friends and family involved and utilize your home-building expertise! Creating a makeshift graveyard has never been easier using cardboard or foam. Plus, you can include your own epitaphs, like "Lost in a Corn Maze for Eternity" or "Here Lies a Pumpkin Spice Addict.”Pumpkin Paradise: Spend a day at the local pumpkin patch and then line your driveway or walkway with an assortment of pumpkins, big and small. You can carve them, paint them, or just let them be!Witchy Welcome: Hang a wicked witch's hat on your front door, and place a cauldron filled with dry ice near your entryway. The billowing fog will create a captivating, witchy atmosphere.Spine-Tingling Sound: Today’s tech makes it easy to set up outdoor speakers and play eerie sound effects or a Halloween-themed playlist to set the mood. The distant howl of a wolf or the creaking of a haunted house can add an extra layer of spookiness.If you want to bring the fun indoors, check out these easy decor ideas for your home:Create a Haunted Entryway: From eerie, flickering candles to cobweb-covered door frames, it’s easy to bring Halloween indoors with these simple decorations. You can even add a witch's hat to your coat rack for a touch of whimsy.Ghoulish Gathering Space: Have you ever considered swapping out your regular light bulbs for black lights or orange-tinted bulbs? This simple change can create an eerie ambiance in your living space, perfect for the spooky season.Wicked Wall Art: Another easy trick is to replace your usual artwork with spooky, Halloween-themed prints or framed vintage horror movie posters. A current popular trend called “thrifted ghost painting” is another great option for your home–check it out here. Creepy Crawlers: Place fake spiders, rats, and snakes in unexpected places, like your bookshelves, couch cushions, or even your refrigerator. These little touches will keep your guests on their toes. Of course, don’t forget about them yourself or else you might have a fright!Mystical Mantel or Tablescape: If you don’t have a fireplace mantel, you can also decorate your kitchen or dining room table; if you have a smaller space, even a coffee table works! Simply place a black cloth with some spooky candlesticks, fake bones, and other spooky trinkets to set the October vibe.Feel free to mix and match these indoor and outdoor ideas to create a unique and hauntingly beautiful display. Remember, your home builder expertise extends beyond bricks and mortar, and now you can showcase your flair for fun and fright. Whether you have a smaller space or a large house, you can embrace the Halloween spirit and give your home a spook-tacular makeover that will leave your guests and neighbors spellbound! Happy haunting!
Spook-tacular Halloween Decor Ideas for Your Home

Dream Deal: Exclusive 5.99% Fixed Mortgage Rates Await You*

October 4, 2023
A Dreamy 5.99% Fixed Rate* can be yours! Save $9,000 at closing and $413 per month with our 5.99% fixed-rate* on Select Homes to close by December 27, 2023 with our Preferred Lender!Interest rates continue to rise, so act now as this promotion will not last. Visit your nearest Antares Homes Community or text/call us at 817-857-8354 for full details* and qualifying homes. LEARN MORELooking to buy a new home in the DFW Metroplex? Whether you are looking for an acre, a half acre or somewhere that offers a quick commute, we have communities across DFW that will fit your needs. Discover our move-in ready homes below.Available Homes*Offer valid for new contracts on select inventory homes that close on or before 12/27/23. 5.99% fixed rate cannot be combined with other offers. APR 6.997% based on available rates as of 10/04/23 with FICO score of 640, Sales Price of $450,000 and 3.5% down payment on a FHA 30 yr fixed term. All Financing and Rate incentives are based on FHA/VA loans and only valid for customers using Antares Homes preferred mortgage lender, S3 Home Loans NMLS # 2395795. Offer excludes Bond/Down Payment Assistance loans. Offer subject to credit approval, not all borrowers will qualify. Additional Closing Cost amounts, if any, are dependent on the structure of the loan buyer chooses and the responsibility of the buyer. Seller credit cannot exceed actual closing costs and any unused amounts that cannot be applied will be forfeited. This offer is subject to change or to be discontinued at any time without prior notice. Please contact your Antares Sales Counselor for further details.
Dream Deal: Exclusive 5.99% Fixed Mortgage Rates Await You*
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